About this condition
Injury caused by rapid pressure change when deep-water fish are brought to the surface.
What is Barotrauma?
Common in deep-caught marine species.
Report Fish Disease or Pollution
If you suspect this condition, see unusual fish behaviour, or witness a pollution incident at your waters, you must contact the Environment Agency immediately. Quick reporting protects your fishery and prevents further fish mortalities.
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